Job title: Sales Estimator
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: FENESTRATION
Salary: negotiable
Location: Westerham, Kent
Job ID: 40076
Contact name: Natalie Sanders
Contact email: natalie.sanders@porterhouserecruitment.co.uk

Job Description

 

 

 

 

Job Title: Sales Consultant – Glazing & Architectural Glass

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Location: Office-based (Kent/Surrey border)

Additional Pay: Commission, Performance Bonus, Yearly Bonus

Schedule:

• Monday to Thursday: 8:30am – 5:30pm

• Friday: 8:30am – 5:00pm

• Alternate Saturdays: 9:00am – 2:00pm (negotiable)

 

Role Overview

A sales professional is required to support a busy glazing business specialising in bespoke, high-end products

across materials such as aluminium, steel, timber, composites, and uPVC. This office-based role involves

managing incoming enquiries, developing client relationships, preparing quotations, and supporting projects

through to completion. The successful candidate will have the ability to work independently while contributing to

a collaborative team environment.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Respond to incoming leads and proactively follow up with clients

• Manage enquiries from domestic/private clients as well as architects, contractors, and developers

• Use negotiation, consultancy, and account management skills to maximise sales

• Work closely with surveyors to ensure smooth delivery of contracts

• Produce quotations and manage all written client correspondence

• Liaise with suppliers for costings and product information

• Process client documentation and handle contract variations (VOCs)

• Maintain accurate sales records using internal systems (CRM familiarity preferred)

• Perform additional administrative duties as required

 

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Previous experience in glazing, structural glass, or fenestration sales (minimum 2 years required)

• Strong knowledge of modern window and door systems; experience with architectural aluminium and

frameless glass is a plus

• Comfortable reading architectural drawings; familiarity with building regulations is an advantage

• Highly organised with strong attention to detail

• Excellent communication skills – verbal, written, and over the phone

• Able to manage multiple tasks under pressure and meet deadlines

• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and email

• Self-motivated, assertive, and dependable

• A positive team player with a strong customer focus

 

 

Requirements

• Minimum of GCSE or equivalent education (preferred)

• Experience with CRM systems (preferred)

• Full UK Driving Licence (required)

• Must be authorised to work in the UK

 

 

 

 

• Glazing Sales Experience: 2 years (required)

 

Benefits

• Competitive basic salary plus uncapped commission

• Company mobile phone

• Free on-site parking

• Company pension scheme

• Employee discounts and company events

• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

• Long-term career growth in a thriving sector

 

Relevant Backgrounds May Include:

Glazing Sales, Structural Glass, Fenestration Sales, Architectural Aluminium Sales, Rooflight Sales, Steel Window &

Door Sales, Tendering, Glass Design Consultancy, and Commercial Glazing Sales.